TMZ
Mentioned in 70 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
An entertainment and celebrity news outlet known for breaking stories on high-profile figures and events, TMZ has been frequently discussed across podcasts for its reporting on missing persons cases, its receipt of ransom demands and extortion communications, and its coverage of celebrity scandals involving figures like Harvey Weinstein and Christine Quinn. Podcasters reference TMZ both for its investigative journalism capabilities and its role as a media intermediary in active law enforcement investigations.
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Episode Mentions
O'Connor & Company · Apr 15, 2026
Tax Day, TMZ Hits DC, Anti-Trump Judge Halted, PWC Data Center Battle
“Entertainment news outlet opening Washington DC bureau, offering $100K rewards for congressional scandal stories and changing political accountability dynamics”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 13, 2026
Colin Cowherd Podcast - Rory REPEATS At The Masters, A Tradition Like No Other, Vrabel/Russini Controversy, NFL Draft Preview
“Referenced as example of media outlet that avoids moral policing and marriage-related story coverage”
Crime Stories with Nancy Grace · Apr 11, 2026
Savannah Guthrie Mom Missing: Week 10
“Media outlet receiving extortion ransom notes and communications from alleged witness or scammer”
Felger & Massarotti · Apr 10, 2026
Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini Allegations // Jayson Tatum’s Return to MSG // James Hagens Won’t Make NHL Debut on Saturday - 4/10 (Hour 2)
“Approached by anonymous tipster with photos of Vrabel and unidentified woman; declined to publish”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Apr 10, 2026
Texans exercise 5th year options on C.J. Stroud & Will Anderson, Jr. (4/10 Hour 2)
“Entertainment media outlet that declined to publish scandal photos; known for sophisticated gossip reporting”
Andy Cohen’s Daddy Diaries Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
A Week of Scamanda, AC2 in Chicago, and Spring Break
“Entertainment news outlet that ambushed Andy at school drop-off about Summer House scandal”
TMZ Live · Apr 8, 2026
Mark Henry Gets Brutally Honest About WWE
“Host network for this episode; Mark Henry appeared in TMZ's Hulk Hogan documentary”
BEHIND THE VELVET ROPE · Apr 8, 2026
Kyle Richards' Warning To Fans, Truth About Ciara/ Amanda & Jen Shah's Horrible Business Decisions
“Entertainment news outlet that confirmed details and published surveillance footage of Larsa Pippen's attempted home burglary”
MK True Crime · Apr 8, 2026
Chilling New Nancy Guthrie Ransom Notes, Blake Lively's Legal Loss, and Missing Air Force General 911 Call, with Lauren Conlin
“Received alleged ransom notes about Nancy Guthrie from anonymous sender demanding Bitcoin in exchange for information”
Hollywood Raw Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Deuxmoi is Back! We Talk Tips, Sightings, Setups, Summer House Drama, Taylor's Wedding, and MORE
“Referenced as established celebrity gossip outlet competing with independent accounts like Deuxmoi”
AJ Benza: Fame is a Bitch · Apr 8, 2026
Hot For Teacher
“Celebrity gossip outlet receiving ransom notes about Nancy Guthrie case; discussed as declining in viewership and relevance”
No Filter With Zack Peter · Apr 7, 2026
Blake & Baldoni Talk Settlement AGAIN, Tommaso Seen at Nancy's Guthrie's Home, & More
“Receiving ransom notes regarding Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case; not paying requested amounts”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 7, 2026
Hours to Iran’s Deadline, E-Tax on the Ballot in KC | 4-7-26
“Entertainment media outlet covering Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case; criticized for amplifying unverified ransom claims”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 3, 2026
Sleeping IN in KC, Missouri Goes After the Chiefs and More KC Radio Guys Run For Congress! | 4-3-26
“Celebrity news outlet exposing members of Congress vacationing during government shutdown”
Game of Roses · Apr 3, 2026
Amanda & West Hard Launch EXPLODES Summer House (Scamanda) | This Week in Bachelor Nation
“Outlet that reported on video evidence of Amanda and West being intimate in his apartment”
Daily Dose of Dana · Apr 2, 2026
"Life As We Know It Is OVER" - Nancy Guthrie Bombshell, Summer House Panic & Timothy Busfield
“Media outlet reporting on Summer House scandal and Amanda-West relationship discovery”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 2, 2026
Dirty 2: New Details About Taylor + Travis' Wedding
“Entertainment news outlet that caught Travis Kelce's mother at the airport with paparazzi questioning about wedding preparations”
Last Podcast On The Left · Apr 1, 2026
Side Stories: Clavicular Criminality
“Published video of Dayton Weber screaming at ex-girlfriend on his property”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 1, 2026
Stigall vs. Willet Heats Up, Trump Speech Tonight, Plus KS and MO Can Learn from Jamie Dimon | 4-1-26
“Conducting accountability journalism tracking congressional members on vacation during government shutdown”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 1, 2026
If Being Sweaty & Lethargic Is A Crime, Take Me To Jail.
“Media outlet pivoting coverage strategy from celebrities to politicians, using paparazzi-style reporting on members of Congress”
Morning Brew Daily · Apr 1, 2026
We’re Going Back to the Moon & TMZ Exposes Vacationing Politicians
“Pivoting from celebrity reporting to political accountability, exposing lawmakers vacationing during government shutdown”
Mojo In The Morning · Apr 1, 2026
Dirty 1: Lizzo Reveals She was a Virgin Until Her 30's
“Media outlet placing bounty on photos of senators and representatives on vacation during government recess”
Cate & Ty Break It Down · Apr 1, 2026
The Catfish in the Room: Addressing Controversy & Social Media with Elle Bee (Part 2)
“Entertainment news outlet mentioned as competitor in breaking celebrity news stories about court cases and accidents”
Crime Weekly · Apr 1, 2026
S3 Ep145: Quadruple Amputee Charged in Killing of Friend
“Published video footage of Webber handling and firing a handgun, cited as evidence of his firearm proficiency”
Everyone's Business (But Mine) with Kara Berry · Mar 31, 2026
Summer Should Be Fun! 'Manda...not Fun! (ft. Sam Crabbe): 🚨 A WEST AND AMANDA EMERGENCY EPISODE🚨
“Entertainment news outlet reporting on whether cameras would film Sierra Miller's reaction to the scandal”
IHIP News · Mar 31, 2026
Kristi Noem Rocked By Scandal As Husband Bryon's Leaked Photos Go Viral
“Entertainment media company mentioned as potentially expanding into political reporting and investigative journalism”
No Filter With Zack Peter · Mar 31, 2026
Amanda Batula & West CONFIRM Rumors; Taylor Paul Police Report Leaks, As Dakota Lands New TV Show
“Media outlet that Taylor Frankie Paul allegedly plans to release expose against Dakota through”
IHIP News · Mar 31, 2026
MAGA Imploding Fast, Alex Jones Goes Off On Creepy Lindsey Graham Vacation Photos
“Published photos of Lindsey Graham at Disney World that triggered political backlash and media coverage”
Call Her Daddy · Mar 25, 2026
Jessi Draper: Blackmail, Orgies & Escorts
“Broke news of Jordan's divorce filing and allegedly received the Taylor/Dakota altercation video; Jesse suspects Dakota sold it”
Brown Bag Mornings · Mar 20, 2026
03/20/26 – HIGHLIGHTS of Brown Bag Mornings: Latto Pregnancy Rumors 🤰 & Bieber vs Usher Drama 😳
“Reported on alleged physical altercation between Justin Bieber and Usher at entertainment industry event”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 14, 2026
Alec Baldwin + Gina and Bryan (Carolla Classics)
“Celebrity gossip outlet criticized for misrepresenting quotes and creating false narratives about public figures”
Drop Dead Serious With Ashleigh Banfield · Feb 28, 2026
Are Police Keeping Evidence They Shouldn't? | Nancy Guthrie Missing Day 27
“Entertainment news source reporting (unconfirmed) that FBI dismissed vehicle video as dead end within 24 hours of discovery”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 26, 2026
Traitors, Lisa Rinna Real Housewives’ Punishment with Zack Peter
“Published exclusive story about Lisa Rinna allegedly being roofied at Traitors premiere party”
MK True Crime · Feb 25, 2026
Kouri Richins Husband Murder Trial BEGINS, Forensic Poisoning Facts, and Nick Reiner Pleads Not Guilty, with Joseph Scott Morgan
“Media outlet criticized for inserting itself into Nancy Guthrie investigation by publishing ransom emails and creating investigative noise”
Call Her Daddy · Feb 25, 2026
Hilary Duff: Life & Love After Lizzie
“Media outlet with office at LA courthouse that reported on Duff's divorce filing within 50 minutes of documents being filed”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 24, 2026
My Cousin Won Olympic Gold! Housewife Tells All!
“Entertainment news outlet producing documentary about Michael Jackson's 1984 Pepsi commercial accident”
Anderson Cooper 360 · Feb 20, 2026
Former Prince Andrew Released, Still Under Investigation After Arrest
“Purported ransom notes related to Nancy Guthrie case were sent to TMZ, which investigators are evaluating”
Brief Recess: A Legal Podcast with Michael Foote & Mélissa Malebranche · Feb 19, 2026
Diva! Conspiracy Girlies! (w. Karen Kilgariff + Martha Kelly)
“Celebrity gossip outlet breaking news on Savannah Guthrie mother disappearance case”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 19, 2026
Brandy and Julie, America’s Next Top Model, RHOBH, Epstein
“News outlet covering Nancy Guthrie disappearance case and receiving anonymous tips about the investigation”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 17, 2026
2/17/26: Epstein Files Coverup, ICE Caught Lying, Trump Election Takeover
“Reported on Epstein's collection of toxic plants producing scopolamine drug”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Feb 14, 2026
Local Sheriff vs. FBI Friction Rumblings in Nancy Guthrie Case, and NEW Mystery Man Seen on Neighborhood Ring Camera | Ep. 1252
“Media outlet receiving ransom demand communications and serving as intermediary between alleged kidnapper and law enforcement”
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay · Feb 13, 2026
Epstein Revelations, Ja Rule vs. G-Unit, and Symone Sanders Townsend and Eugene Daniels
“Van Lathan discussed being fired from TMZ and feeling betrayed by their coverage; also mentioned as platform for celebrity conflict narratives.”
Who? Weekly · Feb 13, 2026
Alysa Liu, Jutta Leerdam & Sturla Holm Lægreid?
“Reported on Christine Quinn's potential return to Selling Sunset with multiple sources”
The Five · Feb 12, 2026
TMZ: FBI Looking At Ring Cam
“Obtained and reported on Ring camera surveillance video showing person five miles from missing person's home”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Feb 12, 2026
Black Gloves Found Near Nancy Guthrie Home, and Mystery Man Seen with TWO Backpacks, with Phil Holloway and More | Ep. 1251
“Media outlet receiving anonymous ransom demands and Bitcoin extortion attempts related to case”
The MeidasTouch Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
Survivor Reveals All to Meidas on Epstein Cover Up!!
“Revealed in Epstein files to have been paid $10,000 monthly to run smear campaigns against survivors”
The Read · Feb 12, 2026
The Tale of The Bridesmaid and The Rodent
“Posted video of Corey Holcomb punching comedian Christina Paine, which Holcomb blamed for losing bookings”
The Breakfast Club · Feb 12, 2026
FULL SHOW: Michael Jackson Estate Is NOT Feeling Sexyy Red's 'Beat It' Cover + Carl Anthony Payne Interview
“Received alleged ransom letter in Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case demanding Bitcoin payment”
Red Eye Radio · Feb 12, 2026
02-12-26 Part Two - A Pause in El Paso
“Entertainment news outlet with Harvey providing analysis on Nancy Guthrie kidnapping case”
The Five · Feb 12, 2026
Frantic New Search For Nancy Guthrie
“Received multiple ransom notes claiming knowledge of Nancy Guthrie kidnapping and requesting Bitcoin payments”